Retail Coordinator

St. Lawrence Parks Commission; Truro; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A recreational parks organization is seeking a Cook to oversee kitchen operations and prepare meals for guests. This seasonal role requires experience in volume cooking and supervisory skills. Benefits include staff discounts and a pension plan. The position is located at the Upper Canada Golf Course in Ontario and pays between $26.67 and $29.64 per hour.

Benefits

Staff discounts

Employee and Family Assistance Program

Pension plan

Qualifications

• Mandatory Ontario Food Handler Certification.
• Experience with volume cooking and baking.
• Strong oral communication skills to train staff.

Responsibilities

• Oversee kitchen operations and supervise staff.
• Cook and prepare meals for up to 100 guests.
• Ensure adherence to health regulations.

Skills

Volume cooking experience

Supervisory experience

Customer service experience

Oral communication skills

Proactive attitude

Education

Ontario Food Handler Certification

Tools

Cash register

Job description

Overview / Aperçu

COOK / CUISINIER – Competition No: 2025-SLPC-1905

CLASSIFICATION / CLASSIFICATION : Cook 3 / cuisinier 3

COMPENSATION GROUP / GROUPE DE RÉMUNÉRATION : Institutional and Health Care / Institutionnel et soins de santé

SALARY RANGE / ÉCHELLE SALARIALE : $26.67 - $29.64 Per Hour

PERIOD OF EMPLOYMENT / PÉRIODE D’EMPLOI : May – October, 2025 (Group 3, Seasonal Recurring)

HOURS OF WORK / HEURES DE TRAVAIL : 36.25 hours per week

DIVISION / DIVISION : Parks and Recreation

LOCATION / ENDROIT : Upper Canada Golf Course

POSTING DATE / DATE DE PUBLICATION : May 7, 2025

CLOSING DATE / DATE DE CLÔTURE : May 22, 2025

LANGUAGE OF POSITION / LANGUE DU OU DES POSTES : English / English

AREA OF SEARCH / AIRE DE RECHERCHE : Open

What can I expect to do in this role? / À QUOI PUIS-JE M’ATTENDRE À CE POSTE?

You will:

• Embody the SLPC’s equity, diversity and inclusion principles while interacting with staff and guests;
• Oversee kitchen operations, supervise staff, and train kitchen helpers;
• Prepare and cook complete meals or individual dishes and foods for up to 100 guests;
• Organize, set up, and oversee buffets;
• Cook and package batches of food, which are prepared to order or kept warm until sold;
• Operate large-volume cooking equipment such as grills, deep-fat fryers, or griddles;
• Replenish condiments and other supplies at tables and in serving areas;
• Ensure all health regulations are adhered to in the kitchen and restaurant;
• Plan menus, determine size of food portions, estimate food requirements and costs, and monitor and order supplies;
• Maintain the inventory and records of food, supplies and equipment up to date;
• Unpack and store supplies in cupboard and other storage areas and keep records of quantities used.

Qualifications / Qualifications

MANDATORY: Ontario Food Handler Certification

KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE:

• Understanding of WHMIS;
• Knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act;
• Experience with volume cooking and baking;
• Knowledge of portion control standards;
• Supervisory/leadership experience;
• Customer service experience.

COMMUNICATION SKILLS:

• Strong oral communication skills to train and supervise staff;
• Communication skills to understand work instructions;
• Strong oral communication skills to exceed visitor needs;

COMPUTER SKILLS:

• Proficient in operating cash registers, processing debit and credit transactions, and handling cash reconciliation.

LEADERSHIP, ORGANIZATIONAL AND ANALYTICAL SKILLS:

• Strong reasoning skills to identify unsafe conditions;
• Ability to take on a leadership role in a team-oriented environment;
• Strong analytical and organizational skills are essential for effectively managing inventory and order processes.

Why work for the St. Lawrence Parks Commission? / Pourquoi travailler pour la Commission des Parcs du Saint-Laurent?

• Belong to one of the largest employers in Ontario, opening doors to diverse career opportunities;
• Supportive team environment;
• Staff discounts;
• Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP);
• Option to join an excellent pension plan;
• Paid benefits;
• Percentage paid in lieu of vacation and statutory holidays.

How to apply / Comment postuler

• Apply online at https://www.parks.on.ca/about/careers/;
• Cover letter and resume combined should not exceed five pages;
• Customize your cover letter and resume to the listed qualifications with concrete examples;
• OPS employees must quote their WIN EMPLOYEE ID when applying;
• External candidates must identify prior Ontario Public Service employment including positions, dates and any re-employment restrictions.

REMINDER / RAPPEL : The deadline to apply is 11:59 PM on Wednesday, May 21, 2025. We thank all candidates, but only those selected for further screening or an interview will be contacted.

Note: The results of this competition may be used to form an eligibility list for future vacancies represented by OPSEU; eligibility lists may be shared with OPSEU representatives. By applying, you consent to your name being shared with OPSEU.

The St. Lawrence Parks Commission is committed to employment equity and inclusive, barrier-free recruitment. Accommodations are available on request. For a copy of this posting or to request accommodations, contact Human Resources at 1-800-437-2233, ext. 1401.

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